Kenya’s Tax Policy Overhaul: Exported services from Kenya will no longer be subject to VAT

• Kenya has revoked VAT on exports to boost global competitiveness
• Domestic VAT regulations have been tightened, with all goods and services subject to VAT
• All goods, whether imported or produced locally, will be subject to VAT
• Exported services from Kenya will no longer be subject to VAT
• The government aims to expand the tax base and increase revenue
• Critics argue that the broad application of VAT will impact low-income households
• Proponents believe a more consistent tax regime will lead to a more equitable distribution of tax burden

Source: kenyans.co.ke

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